An Update on Hair Restoration
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Hair transplant surgery has made significant strides over the past 25 years that has resulted in highly satisfied patients. The movements from miniand micro-grafting techniques to the now standard follicular grafting techniques have resulting in more aesthetically pleasing and natural appearance of transplanted hair [1, 2]. While the strip technique is the most practiced method of donor harvest, follicular unit extraction (FUE) techniques are gaining ground, particularly with commercial products. In this review, we will discuss the current standard, emerging trends, and the future of hair restoration therapy.
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تاریخ انتشار 2016